The Bookies Bookstore suggests some unique children’s titles

Each week as part of SunLit — The Sun’s literature section — we feature staff recommendations from book stores across Colorado. This week, the staff from The Bookies Bookstore in Denver recommends NAMES OF BOOKS HERE.

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From the publisher: We’re living that Colorado life! In the Centennial State, we have mountains to the west and plains to the east, and a whole lot of beauty in between. But how do we pass our love of colorful Colorado on to our little ones? Introducing “100 First Words for Little Coloradans,” a state primer for kids learning their first words! Forget apple and dog — little Coloradans are ready to move from ABC to SUP and other Colorado-specific words like granola, crampons, and Casa Bonita (if you know, you know). Packed with hilarious illustrations and 100 words every Colorado-dwelling baby should know (before any others, of course), this is the perfect board book for families who call the Centennial State home.

From staff: Jessica Speer does an excellent job in capturing the essence of living in Colorado.  The pictures in this book encompass people, activities, animals, sports, landmarks and so many other things that are unique to Colorado.  The perfect book to read to your little one to get them excited about exploring different things in their own community!

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From the publisher: It’s that time of year again. Mooch the cat is searching up, down, and all around for a perfect gift for his special friend Earl. But what is perfect? Join Mooch as he sees the world around him with a fresh feeling of gratitude and discovers the answer: Everyone… Everywhere… Everything! Good thing he has just the right person to share it all with!

From Blythe, bookseller: A champion book to “The Gift of Nothing”, “The Gift of Everything” is spot on for the holiday season.  Mooch is searching for the perfect gift for his friend Earl and thinking it’s not such an easy job.  But then Mooch realizes just being a good friend is the best present of all.  It’s a wonderful story of mindfulness, friendship and appreciating all the things that surround us everyday. 

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From the publisher: Breathtaking suspense, unforgettable characters, and a pinch of magic combine in the dual stories of two young people — one in 731 China, and one in 1931 Chinatown — on perilous journeys to save their families. An instant classic from the beloved and bestselling author of the Vanderbeekers series.

From Anne, children’s book buyer: “The Nine Moons of Han Yu and Luli” takes us back in time to the ancient Silk Road with one character, while pulling us forward to the early 1900’s in New York City with the other.  A suspense filled story of the two main characters finding their way and doing all they can to help their families.  Perfect for middle-graders looking for historical fiction.

Type of Story: Review

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